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1 Tael - Guangxu Pattern
16 (1890) year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Shansi Province (Chinese provinces) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Guangxu (1875-1908) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 16 (1890) |
| Calendar | Chinese - Guangxu era |
| Value | 1 Tael |
| Currency | Tael (1890-1919) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#275247 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Three-legged hot pot filled with food, all surrounded by Chinese ideograms.
Lettering: 一體通用完納錢糧關稅釐金鹽課
Translation: One General Purpose: Completion of Payments, Grain Tariffs, and Financial Supervision Courses
Edge
Reeded or smooth.
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Tael - Guangxu (Pattern) 16 (1890) from Shansi Province (Chinese provinces) made of Silver is a rare and valuable coin that was minted during the late Qing dynasty. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of traditional Chinese and Western design elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts the Guangxu Emperor in a traditional Chinese dragon robe, while the reverse side features a Western-style wreath surrounding the denomination and year of issue. This blending of design styles reflects the cultural exchange and influence that was taking place between China and the West during this time period.
